Cripple Creek
"For every man who struck gold - a hundred tried to take it away from him"
Originally released in 1952. Cripple Creek is a western film. directed by Ray Nazarro. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring George Montgomery, Karin Booth, and Jerome Courtland
Synopsis
It's 1893 and gold is being smuggled out of the country. Instead of stealing gold bars, the outlaws are stealing high grade ore, having it smelted, and then having it plated to look like lead. The Government sends agents Bret and Larry who arrive in Cripple Creek posing as Texas gunfighters. Bret finds the smelting operation and Larry learns of the payoff. But the crooked town Marshal is suspicious of the two men and the reply of his inquiry to Texas exposes them putting their lives in danger.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 30, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
George Montgomery
as Bret Ivers / Iverson
Karin Booth
as Julie Hanson
Jerome Courtland
as Larry Galland
William Bishop
as Silver Kirby
Richard Egan
as Strap Galland alias Gillis
Don Porter
as Denver Jones
John Dehner
as Emil Cabeau
Roy Roberts
as Marshal John Tetheroe
George Cleveland
as 'Hardrock' Hanson
Victor Sen Yung
as Postal Clerk (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Edward Small Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cripple Creek about?
It's 1893 and gold is being smuggled out of the country. Instead of stealing gold bars, the outlaws are stealing high grade ore, having it smelted, and then having it plated to look like lead. The ...
Who directed Cripple Creek?
Cripple Creek was directed by Ray Nazarro.
How long is Cripple Creek?
Cripple Creek has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Cripple Creek released?
Cripple Creek was released on June 30, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cripple Creek?
The main cast of Cripple Creek includes George Montgomery, Karin Booth, Jerome Courtland, William Bishop, Richard Egan.